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2011 Solar Car Challenge - Justin

The Solar Car Challenge originated in 1993, and has been recognized by "Technology & Learning" as one of the top ten education programs in the country. Our program teaches high school students how to build roadworthy solar cars, and then provides a safe environment to race. NTREG members will participate in various aspects of the race and related activities.

The 2011 Solar Car Challenge is a closed-track event held at the world famous Texas Motor Speedway. Come share the fun... meet the kids and see their solar cars. For more information, see the Calendar.

Straw Bale Building Workshop - Collinsville

Class Description

We will learn to construct a beautiful, natural, earth friendly, energy efficient home! Foundation, walls, windows, framing, and roof construction will be taught. Natural plasters will also be covered as well as poured adobe floors.

Costs: $250 for this 5-day Workshop. (Mail in payment by April 15th for a $25 discount.)

This includes breakfast & supper on the work days, camping fee, and all instruction needed to build a Straw Bale Structure.

Daily rate if you can't make the whole workshop is $60/day, which includes breakfast and supper.

Length of Time:  Workshop will last 5 days.  Depending on distance traveled 4-6 nights. 

White Rock Lake Cleanup - Dallas

Jun 11 (Sat) White Rock Lake Cleanup

Walk and talk while helping to pick up trash and recyclables at the Sierra Club's adopted section of White Rock Lake Park. Meet at 8:15 AM at the Love of the Lake office on the Northeast corner of Garland Rd. and Buckner Blvd. Look for a crowd of people drinking free juice and coffee. Gloves, trash bags, etc. provided. Our area includes one of the wonderful prairie restoration areas, so there are always birds and wildflowers to enjoy. The lake and your karma will thank you. Brunch afterwards. Leader: Carol Nash 214-824-0244

Cedar Ridge Preserve Trail Cleanup - Dallas

May 21 (Sat) Cedar Ridge Preserve Trail Clean Up

Its fun and its helpful to get out to the Cedar Ridge Preserve in Dallas to help upgrade some of the beautiful walking trails just south of Dallas. The address is 7171 Mountain Creek Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75249. Its a great morning workout, and the scenery is exceptional. No tools are required, (maybe gloves) just show up and be ready to lend a hand or two. We'll work from 9 AM to 11 or so, and then walk around the preserve and admire the wildflowers and fauna! Bring some water for sure. Its on Saturday the 21st of May, please see their website www.audubondallas.org/cedarridge.html  for directions and info. Their number is 972-709-7784.  If you wish to carpool, then let me know, and we'll arrange a meeting spot. Come on out and stay green, people! Coordinator: Ginger Bradley 469-223-7902

North Texas Green Council Annual Membership Meeting - Dallas

Members, please join us to meet the North Texas Chapter Board of Directors and the incoming Board ChairLearn more about how you can contribute to furthering the mission of the USGBC North Texas Chapter:To promote a sustainable, profitable and healthy built environment in the North Texas area through: Education, Professional Training and Outreach.
NOTE:  Your membership status will be checked at the door.  If you are not current, you will be asked to renew prior to admittance.

Menu Options
Salads: Baby Green Salad, Shaved Corn, Feta Cheese & Grilled Onion
Traditional Vinaigrette 
Entrees: Horseradish & Dijon Herb Crusted Chicken
Natural Pan Jus
Mascarpone Chive Pommes Puree 

Desserts: Bittersweet & White Chocolate Torte
Espresso Hazelnut Mousse
Raspberry Coulis 
All menu items include Fresh Seasonal Vegetables
Fairmont Bakeries & ButterFreshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, Selection of Signature Fairmont Teas Special Dietary Requirements will be addressed on site by the waitstaff

Thursday May 12th, 2011 at 6:00 PM

Fairmont Hotel Dallas

White Rock Lake Cleanup - Dallas

Sat, May 14 - White Rock Lake Cleanup. Walk and talk while helping to pick
up trash and recyclables at White Rock Lake Park. Meet from 8 am - 9  am at
the Love of the Lake office, 1152 N Buckner Blvd, #123, Dallas, on the
Northeast corner of Garland Rd. and Buckner Blvd for a free continental
breakfast that includes free juice, coffee, other goodies. Gloves, trash
bags, etc. provided. There are always birds and wildflowers to enjoy.
Clean-up finished by 11 am.

Keep Texas Beautiful - Sustainability Conference - Austin

Exploring Sustainability

Our goals for our 44th Annual Conference are three-fold: we want to celebrate and recognize the achievements of youth and community leaders (of all ages), civic groups, businesses and governments; offer an array of educational sessions to relay pertinent, innovative approaches to community beautification, waste reduction and litter prevention; and provide unparalleled networking opportunities and exciting presentations from knowledgeable experts and those with a passion for the environment.

We are actively planning for the 2011 conference, which is scheduled June 20-23, 2011 and will once again be held at the AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center in Austin. Keep this page bookmarked, and remember to check back periodically for more information!

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